Movie Description

Anatomy of a Hate Crime

(2001)

Overview

This MTV film dramatizes the horrific hate-crime killing of 21-year-old Matthew Shepard in Wyoming. In 1998, Shepard, a gay college student, was savagely beaten by Russell Henderson and Aaron McKinney, who left their victim to die. Flashbacks paint a picture of Shepard's life and provide insight into why the killers, who initially set out to rob the young man, would commit such a brutal murder.

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Original TitleAnatomy of a Hate Crime

Status Released

Release Information

  • 2001-01-01

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 30m

Production CompaniesTeam Entertainment

Genres

  • Drama
  • TV Movie